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What's our new champion for the greenest sports car you can likely afford? And, who's built a plug-in hybrid with armor plating--and why? This is our video look back at the Week In Reverse--right here at Green Car Reports--for the week ending on Friday, July 31, 2015. Friday, we described the new version of Portland's Electric Avenue, a bank of...]]>Sun, 02 Aug 2015 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099370_armored-plug-in-hybrid-mazda-miata-tesla-battery-life-the-week-in-reverse-video
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099370_armored-plug-in-hybrid-mazda-miata-tesla-battery-life-the-week-in-reverse-videofeedback@highgearmedia.com (John Voelcker)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099370_armored-plug-in-hybrid-mazda-miata-tesla-battery-life-the-week-in-reverse-video#commentsJohn VoelckerWhat's our new champion for the greenest sports car you can likely afford? And, who's built a plug-in hybrid with armor plating--and why? This is our video look back at the Week In Reverse--right here at Green Car Reports--for the week ending on Friday, July 31, 2015. Friday, we described the new version of Portland's Electric Avenue, a bank of...]]>Solar-powered cars are typically custom-built affairs that prioritize function over form. Their shapes are usually dictated by aerodynamics and the placement of solar panels, and there's often room for only one occupant. But this solar-powered vehicle has a whole lot more style. DON'T MISS: VW Bus Hybrid That Never Was: The Microbus Prototype Of...]]>Sat, 01 Aug 2015 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099382_classic-1966-vw-bus-with-green-drivetrain-solar-powered-electric-motor
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099382_classic-1966-vw-bus-with-green-drivetrain-solar-powered-electric-motorfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099382_classic-1966-vw-bus-with-green-drivetrain-solar-powered-electric-motor#commentsStephen EdelsteinSolar-powered cars are typically custom-built affairs that prioritize function over form. Their shapes are usually dictated by aerodynamics and the placement of solar panels, and there's often room for only one occupant. But this solar-powered vehicle has a whole lot more style. DON'T MISS: VW Bus Hybrid That Never Was: The Microbus Prototype Of...]]>Today, BMW mulls an all-electric SUV, Congress passes fairer tax rules for natural gas, and Portland's Electric Avenue electric-car charging area moves and expands. All this and more on Green Car Reports. We have more information on Toyota's plans to expand California hydrogen fueling infrastructure for the 2016 Mirai. Congress passes new tax...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 15:30:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099376_bmw-electric-suv-natural-gas-taxes-portlands-electric-avenue-todays-car-news
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099376_bmw-electric-suv-natural-gas-taxes-portlands-electric-avenue-todays-car-newsfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099376_bmw-electric-suv-natural-gas-taxes-portlands-electric-avenue-todays-car-news#commentsStephen EdelsteinToday, BMW mulls an all-electric SUV, Congress passes fairer tax rules for natural gas, and Portland's Electric Avenue electric-car charging area moves and expands. All this and more on Green Car Reports. We have more information on Toyota's plans to expand California hydrogen fueling infrastructure for the 2016 Mirai. Congress passes new tax...]]>Battery-electric vehicles with ranges of 150 to 200 miles and prices under $50,000 are now on the horizon from Chevrolet, Nissan, and Tesla, but details of BMW's entry into that segment are less visible. On the higher end, we know that German luxury makers Audi and Mercedes-Benz plan pricey all-electric sedans and SUVs with ranges of 250-plus...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 14:30:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099371_bmw-mulls-large-all-electric-suv-to-counter-tesla-model-x-report
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099371_bmw-mulls-large-all-electric-suv-to-counter-tesla-model-x-reportfeedback@highgearmedia.com (John Voelcker)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099371_bmw-mulls-large-all-electric-suv-to-counter-tesla-model-x-report#commentsJohn VoelckerBattery-electric vehicles with ranges of 150 to 200 miles and prices under $50,000 are now on the horizon from Chevrolet, Nissan, and Tesla, but details of BMW's entry into that segment are less visible. On the higher end, we know that German luxury makers Audi and Mercedes-Benz plan pricey all-electric sedans and SUVs with ranges of 250-plus...]]>Have you ever thought about the carbon footprint of your money? Everything we use has to be transported from place to place, including the cash in our wallets. And the big, hulking diesel armored trucks that move money around are hardly the most fuel-efficient vehicles. DON'T MISS: Armored Electric Chinese Police Patrol Car Is ... Words Fail Us...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099373_armored-natural-gas-plug-in-hybrid-truck-to-hit-the-roads
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099373_armored-natural-gas-plug-in-hybrid-truck-to-hit-the-roadsfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099373_armored-natural-gas-plug-in-hybrid-truck-to-hit-the-roads#commentsStephen EdelsteinHave you ever thought about the carbon footprint of your money? Everything we use has to be transported from place to place, including the cash in our wallets. And the big, hulking diesel armored trucks that move money around are hardly the most fuel-efficient vehicles. DON'T MISS: Armored Electric Chinese Police Patrol Car Is ... Words Fail Us...]]>As the number of electric cars on world roads grows, how drivers pay for electricity from public charging stations may become more of an issue. While many U.S. public charging stations are free to use today, that may not always be the case in future. And questions of electricity use have already caused friction between some car owners and other...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099363_ubitricity-german-charging-cord-for-wall-sockets-includes-billing
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099363_ubitricity-german-charging-cord-for-wall-sockets-includes-billingfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099363_ubitricity-german-charging-cord-for-wall-sockets-includes-billing#commentsStephen EdelsteinAs the number of electric cars on world roads grows, how drivers pay for electricity from public charging stations may become more of an issue. While many U.S. public charging stations are free to use today, that may not always be the case in future. And questions of electricity use have already caused friction between some car owners and other...]]>Hybrids and electric cars don't produce much powertrain noise running in electric-only mode. The smooth, near-silent ride is a perk for drivers and passengers, but some regulators believe it could constitute a safety issue for pedestrians. That led Congress to pass a law in 2010 ordering the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 12:30:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099364_quiet-car-noise-rules-for-hybrid-electric-cars-to-be-finalized-this-fall
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099364_quiet-car-noise-rules-for-hybrid-electric-cars-to-be-finalized-this-fallfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099364_quiet-car-noise-rules-for-hybrid-electric-cars-to-be-finalized-this-fall#commentsStephen EdelsteinHybrids and electric cars don't produce much powertrain noise running in electric-only mode. The smooth, near-silent ride is a perk for drivers and passengers, but some regulators believe it could constitute a safety issue for pedestrians. That led Congress to pass a law in 2010 ordering the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)...]]>It’s already been four years since Portland really charged ahead in its commitment to electric cars with Electric Avenue, a project that designated a city block of parking spots plug-in-only, peppered the block with a variety of charger hardware, and let EV owners have at it. That original project, a partnership between Portland General...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099372_portlands-electric-avenue-relocates-adds-dc-fast-chargers
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099372_portlands-electric-avenue-relocates-adds-dc-fast-chargersfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Bengt Halvorson)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099372_portlands-electric-avenue-relocates-adds-dc-fast-chargers#commentsBengt HalvorsonIt’s already been four years since Portland really charged ahead in its commitment to electric cars with Electric Avenue, a project that designated a city block of parking spots plug-in-only, peppered the block with a variety of charger hardware, and let EV owners have at it. That original project, a partnership between Portland General...]]>Congress has taken an important step to advance cleaner transport with the introduction of new, fairer taxation for natural gas. The 'LNG Excise Tax Equalization Act of 2013' is designed to equalize the discrepancy between taxation of diesel and liquefied natural gas (LNG). ALSO SEE: Tesla Model 3, To Be Revealed In March, Might Have 300-Mile...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1084402_tax-fairness-for-liquid-natural-gas-goal-of-bill-in-congress
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1084402_tax-fairness-for-liquid-natural-gas-goal-of-bill-in-congressfeedback@highgearmedia.com (John Voelcker)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1084402_tax-fairness-for-liquid-natural-gas-goal-of-bill-in-congress#commentsJohn VoelckerCongress has taken an important step to advance cleaner transport with the introduction of new, fairer taxation for natural gas. The 'LNG Excise Tax Equalization Act of 2013' is designed to equalize the discrepancy between taxation of diesel and liquefied natural gas (LNG). ALSO SEE: Tesla Model 3, To Be Revealed In March, Might Have 300-Mile...]]>As this autumn's launch of the 2016 Toyota Mirai fuel-cell car approaches, its maker is taking steps to ensure that the small number of initial buyers and lessees will be able to fuel up their hydrogen-powered sedans with ease. Some of the 70 or so Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell SUV drivers in Southern California have complained that they can't reliable...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 18:30:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099323_toyota-tackles-hydrogen-fueling-challenges-as-mirai-launch-approaches
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099323_toyota-tackles-hydrogen-fueling-challenges-as-mirai-launch-approachesfeedback@highgearmedia.com (John Voelcker)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099323_toyota-tackles-hydrogen-fueling-challenges-as-mirai-launch-approaches#commentsJohn VoelckerAs this autumn's launch of the 2016 Toyota Mirai fuel-cell car approaches, its maker is taking steps to ensure that the small number of initial buyers and lessees will be able to fuel up their hydrogen-powered sedans with ease. Some of the 70 or so Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell SUV drivers in Southern California have complained that they can't reliable...]]>Today, we look at who buys used Tesla electric cars, how Toyota plans to address issues with California's hydrogen fueling infrastructure ahead of the launch of the 2016 Mirai, and plans for a fuel-cell ferry in San Francisco. All this and more on Green Car Reports. There are plans for a hydrogen fuel-cell ferry boat in San Francisco, while a...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 15:30:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099359_used-teslas-ca-hydrogen-infrastructure-fuel-cell-ferry-todays-car-news
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099359_used-teslas-ca-hydrogen-infrastructure-fuel-cell-ferry-todays-car-newsfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099359_used-teslas-ca-hydrogen-infrastructure-fuel-cell-ferry-todays-car-news#commentsStephen EdelsteinToday, we look at who buys used Tesla electric cars, how Toyota plans to address issues with California's hydrogen fueling infrastructure ahead of the launch of the 2016 Mirai, and plans for a fuel-cell ferry in San Francisco. All this and more on Green Car Reports. There are plans for a hydrogen fuel-cell ferry boat in San Francisco, while a...]]>It's not just the cars made by electric-car startup Tesla Motors, or the fact that it's the first new automaker in decades that appears to have a serious chance of long-term success. The Silicon Valley company is also viewed as a potential disruptor of established players. In just three years, the Tesla Model S has emerged to become a legitimate...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 13:30:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099344_even-the-oil-industry-asks-does-tesla-mean-the-end-of-hydrocarbon-fuels
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099344_even-the-oil-industry-asks-does-tesla-mean-the-end-of-hydrocarbon-fuelsfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099344_even-the-oil-industry-asks-does-tesla-mean-the-end-of-hydrocarbon-fuels#commentsStephen EdelsteinIt's not just the cars made by electric-car startup Tesla Motors, or the fact that it's the first new automaker in decades that appears to have a serious chance of long-term success. The Silicon Valley company is also viewed as a potential disruptor of established players. In just three years, the Tesla Model S has emerged to become a legitimate...]]>The cars on U.S. roads are older than they've ever been. A recent survey found that the average age of U.S. vehicles is now at a record high of 11.5 years. That means the average passenger car on the road today was built for the 2004 model year--and that there's a long tail of cars stretching well back into the 1990s around you in daily traffic...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099351_u-s-vehicles-now-have-average-age-of-11-5-years-waste-not-want-not
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099351_u-s-vehicles-now-have-average-age-of-11-5-years-waste-not-want-notfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099351_u-s-vehicles-now-have-average-age-of-11-5-years-waste-not-want-not#commentsStephen EdelsteinThe cars on U.S. roads are older than they've ever been. A recent survey found that the average age of U.S. vehicles is now at a record high of 11.5 years. That means the average passenger car on the road today was built for the 2004 model year--and that there's a long tail of cars stretching well back into the 1990s around you in daily traffic...]]>It's now pretty clear that used electric cars in the mass market depreciate more rapidly than their gasoline counterparts, even after netting out the effect of financial incentives. Early data shows the 200-mile-plus Tesla Model S, on the other hand, holds its value as a used car much better. But who are the people who are actually buying those...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 12:45:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099349_who-buys-used-teslas-younger-more-middle-class-buyers-analysis-says
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099349_who-buys-used-teslas-younger-more-middle-class-buyers-analysis-saysfeedback@highgearmedia.com (John Voelcker)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099349_who-buys-used-teslas-younger-more-middle-class-buyers-analysis-says#commentsJohn VoelckerIt's now pretty clear that used electric cars in the mass market depreciate more rapidly than their gasoline counterparts, even after netting out the effect of financial incentives. Early data shows the 200-mile-plus Tesla Model S, on the other hand, holds its value as a used car much better. But who are the people who are actually buying those...]]>Hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles are beginning to hit California roads in small numbers, and soon one or more will be traversing its waters too. Sandia National Laboratories and the Red and White Fleet ferry company plan to operate a "high-speed" hydrogen fuel-cell ferry boat in the San Francisco Bay Area. The project will also require the world's...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 11:30:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099346_hydrogen-fuel-cell-ferry-for-bay-area-electric-ferry-in-norway
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099346_hydrogen-fuel-cell-ferry-for-bay-area-electric-ferry-in-norwayfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099346_hydrogen-fuel-cell-ferry-for-bay-area-electric-ferry-in-norway#commentsStephen EdelsteinHydrogen fuel-cell vehicles are beginning to hit California roads in small numbers, and soon one or more will be traversing its waters too. Sandia National Laboratories and the Red and White Fleet ferry company plan to operate a "high-speed" hydrogen fuel-cell ferry boat in the San Francisco Bay Area. The project will also require the world's...]]>Today, we argue that the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata is the greenest new sports car you can buy, the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado diesel pickup truck is priced ahead of its fall launch, and the Tesla Model X is seen testing in public. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Tesla Model X spy videos indicate off-road testing, and puzzle us with views of...]]>Wed, 29 Jul 2015 15:30:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099339_2016-mazda-mx-5-miata-2016-chevy-colorado-diesel-priced-tesla-model-x-spied-todays-car-news
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099339_2016-mazda-mx-5-miata-2016-chevy-colorado-diesel-priced-tesla-model-x-spied-todays-car-newsfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099339_2016-mazda-mx-5-miata-2016-chevy-colorado-diesel-priced-tesla-model-x-spied-todays-car-news#commentsStephen EdelsteinToday, we argue that the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata is the greenest new sports car you can buy, the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado diesel pickup truck is priced ahead of its fall launch, and the Tesla Model X is seen testing in public. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Tesla Model X spy videos indicate off-road testing, and puzzle us with views of...]]>Chinese carmakers have acquired a reputation for making blatantly obvious copies of existing designs from other countries. The results are usually worth a few chuckles--provided you don't work for the car company whose vehicle has been plagiarized. Now, it seems the Tesla Model S is the latest victim of that trend. DON'T MISS: China's Tesla-Beater...]]>Wed, 29 Jul 2015 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099332_youxia-electric-tesla-clone-from-china-so-bad-it-makes-us-laugh
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099332_youxia-electric-tesla-clone-from-china-so-bad-it-makes-us-laughfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099332_youxia-electric-tesla-clone-from-china-so-bad-it-makes-us-laugh#commentsStephen EdelsteinChinese carmakers have acquired a reputation for making blatantly obvious copies of existing designs from other countries. The results are usually worth a few chuckles--provided you don't work for the car company whose vehicle has been plagiarized. Now, it seems the Tesla Model S is the latest victim of that trend. DON'T MISS: China's Tesla-Beater...]]>The 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata is the newest generation of the world's most popular sports car. The iconic two-seater passed the British MGB more than a decade ago to become the highest-volume sports car in the world, and the latest iteration brings it into the current decade. In fact, we'd argue that it's the greenest new sports car you can buy--and...]]>Wed, 29 Jul 2015 13:30:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099281_2016-mazda-mx-5-miata-the-greenest-new-sports-car-you-can-buy
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099281_2016-mazda-mx-5-miata-the-greenest-new-sports-car-you-can-buyfeedback@highgearmedia.com (John Voelcker)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099281_2016-mazda-mx-5-miata-the-greenest-new-sports-car-you-can-buy#commentsJohn VoelckerThe 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata is the newest generation of the world's most popular sports car. The iconic two-seater passed the British MGB more than a decade ago to become the highest-volume sports car in the world, and the latest iteration brings it into the current decade. In fact, we'd argue that it's the greenest new sports car you can buy--and...]]>Starting this fall, the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado mid-size pickup truck will be available with the diesel engine option that was announced a year ago when the truck first launched. When it does, the diesel version will carry a price premium of $3,730 over comparable models equipped with the 3.6-liter gasoline V-6. The diesel engine will also be...]]>Wed, 29 Jul 2015 12:40:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099330_2016-chevy-colorado-diesel-pickup-priced-at-31700-fuel-efficiency-to-come-later
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099330_2016-chevy-colorado-diesel-pickup-priced-at-31700-fuel-efficiency-to-come-laterfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099330_2016-chevy-colorado-diesel-pickup-priced-at-31700-fuel-efficiency-to-come-later#commentsStephen EdelsteinStarting this fall, the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado mid-size pickup truck will be available with the diesel engine option that was announced a year ago when the truck first launched. When it does, the diesel version will carry a price premium of $3,730 over comparable models equipped with the 3.6-liter gasoline V-6. The diesel engine will also be...]]>The Tesla Model X electric crossover has been delayed multiple times, but Tesla Motors appears to have committed to delivering the first examples before the end of the year. Increased numbers of sightings of camouflaged prototypes testing in public could be good sign that Tesla will meet its deadline. And while the carmaker would probably prefer...]]>Wed, 29 Jul 2015 12:20:00 GMThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099325_tesla-model-x-spy-videos-dirt-indicates-off-road-tests-but-what-do-sensors-do
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099325_tesla-model-x-spy-videos-dirt-indicates-off-road-tests-but-what-do-sensors-dofeedback@highgearmedia.com (Stephen Edelstein)http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1099325_tesla-model-x-spy-videos-dirt-indicates-off-road-tests-but-what-do-sensors-do#commentsStephen EdelsteinThe Tesla Model X electric crossover has been delayed multiple times, but Tesla Motors appears to have committed to delivering the first examples before the end of the year. Increased numbers of sightings of camouflaged prototypes testing in public could be good sign that Tesla will meet its deadline. And while the carmaker would probably prefer...]]>